LaDarius Martin
Dothan,AL
Summary
Dedicated and self-aware professional with a proven record in social services. Expertise in facilitating group therapy and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to support client reintegration. Committed to leading and enhancing treatment outcomes for diverse populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Service Caseworker II
Easterling Correctional Facility
Clio, AL
03.2023 - Current
- Performs Ohio Risk Assessment Systems (ORAS) when needed for program entry and readiness assessments
- Facilitates group therapy sessions consisting of 15-25 individuals to promote rehabilitation and support peer interaction (i.e., RDAP)
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for inmates' reintegration into society.
- Implements evidence-based practices to enhance treatment outcomes and reduce recidivism rates.
- Assist the increased veteran population with applying for VA Benefits and appointment meetings
- Assist inmates with applying for all dire re-entry needs (i.e., SS cards, Birth certificates, insurance, and home plans) upon release.
Social Service Caseworker I
Easterling Correctional Facility
Clio, AL
07.2018 - 02.2023
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine inmate needs and develop individualized case plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate rehabilitative services for inmates.
- Monitored progress of inmates in programs, ensuring adherence to case plans and treatment goals.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting positive coping strategies among participants (i.e., Thinking for a Change)
- Thinking for a Change T4C (Train the Trainer)
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Troy University
Troy, AL07-2020
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Troy University
Troy, AL05-2018
Skills
- Effective communicator
- Exceeds in client interaction
- High sense of self-awareness
- Proficient in documentation and record-keeping
- Skilled in team management and leadership
- Diverse in client advocacy needs
Military Service
Operations Squad Leader (Staff Sergeant, E-6) | U.S. Army National Guard
Auburn, AL | June 2021 – Present
- Supervise/Lead a 10-soldier squadron on daily tasks and drills with ranks ranging from E-3 to E-6
- Oversees 200+ soldiers at the unit as the Army Body Composition Program NCO
- Helps maintain and record critical Unclassified/Classified documentation for the safety and security of soldiers in the unit
Timeline
Social Service Caseworker II
Easterling Correctional Facility
03.2023 - Current
Social Service Caseworker I
Easterling Correctional Facility
07.2018 - 02.2023
Master of Science - Social Work
Troy University
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Troy University